Unisex Rain Sneakers
Water-resistant sneakers with rubber outer soles and uppers of plastic-coated fabric for light rain protection, not qualifying as sports or protective active footwear. The visible plastics layer on the upper determines material per chapter notes. Priced at $11/pair, under 6402.99.80.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 20% | +17.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 20% | +10.0% | 30% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 20% | +10.0% | 30% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 20% | +10.0% | 30% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 20% | +10.0% | 30% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If protective active footwear valued over $24/pair for trail activities
US note defines coated textiles for hiking/running as protective active, higher value subheading.
If entirely molded plastics without ground-contact sole features
Articles of plastics not specifically footwear may go to Chapter 39 if lacking proper sole.
If for women's footwear with 15%+ textile surface area
Specific women's subheading applies if textiles exceed threshold despite plastics dominance.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document that coating is visible to naked eye to justify plastics upper; no color change consideration per Chapter Note 3
• Avoid selling as 'waterproof hiking' to prevent shift to protective active subheadings
• Include country-of-origin marking on visible surfaces for footwear imports
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